GRAMMAR LESSONS
From capitals to prepositional phrases, check out these grammar lessons.
Capital Letters Lesson and Practice Worksheet
Learning when and how to use capital letters is one of the most important writing skills students develop in English class. Capitalization gives clarity, shows respect for names and places, and signals the start of new ideas. Without it, even strong writing can look sloppy or confusing. In this lesson, students will explore the rules…
Comma Rules: A Lesson with Practice and Worksheets
Commas may be small, but they pack a big punch in writing! Used correctly, commas can make your sentences clear and polished; used poorly, they can cause chaos and confusion. In this lesson on comma rules, we’ll break down the essential guidelines, practice together, and then try it out on your own with a printable…
Colons Lesson: Mastering the Pause of Emphasis
Colons may look like two little dots, but they pack a punch in writing. They announce, emphasize, and introduce. In this lesson, we’ll go through the main rules of using colons, practice together, and then try some exercises on your own. 📘 Rules for Using Colons Use a colon to introduce a list after a…
Semicolon Lesson: How to Use Semicolons with Confidence
Semicolons A semicolon (;) is used to connect two closely related independent clauses. Example: I have a big test tomorrow; I can’t go out tonight. Use a semicolon before a conjunctive adverb (however, therefore, moreover, consequently, etc.) when it connects two independent clauses. Example: She didn’t see the step; therefore, she tripped. Use semicolons to…
Mastering Coordinating Conjunctions: A Simple Lesson for Students
What are Coordinating Conjunctions? Coordinating conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Think of them as the glue that holds ideas together. The seven coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so. You can remember them with the acronym FANBOYS. They are always placed between the words or…
Mastering Subordinating Conjunctions: A Complete Lesson
Subordinating conjunctions are the secret ingredient that make writing more sophisticated and connected. They link ideas so readers can see how one thought depends on another—showing cause, time, condition, or contrast. Without them, writing can feel flat or disconnected. In this lesson, students will learn how to use subordinating conjunctions to create complex sentences that…
Correlative Conjunctions: How to Use Them Correctly
Correlative conjunctions work in pairs to create balance and rhythm in writing. They connect equal parts of a sentence, helping writers emphasize relationships between ideas in a smooth, coordinated way. Common pairs like either/or, both/and, and not only/but also bring clarity and variety to sentence structure. In this lesson, students will explore how to use…
Understanding the Verb “To Be”
Grammar Notes: Rules of the Verb “To Be” The verb “to be” shows a state of being or existence. It changes form depending on the subject and the tense. ✅ Present Simple Forms Subject Form Example I am I am a teacher. You are You are my friend. He / She / It is She…
Simple Present Tense Lesson
Simple Present Tense Lesson Grammar Rules and Notes The simple present tense is used to describe: Habits: I drink coffee every morning. Facts: The Earth orbits the Sun. General truths: Water boils at 100°C. Scheduled events: The train leaves at 8 a.m. Feelings or states: She likes chocolate. Forming the Simple Present: For most verbs:Subject…
Mastering the Simple Past Tense: A Complete Lesson with Practice and Worksheet
Grammar Rules: Simple Past Tense Purpose: The simple past tense is used to talk about actions or events that happened and finished in the past. Structure: Regular verbs: Add –ed to the base form (e.g., work → worked). Irregular verbs: Change form (e.g., go → went, buy → bought). Negative form: Use did not (didn’t)…
Mastering Linking Verbs: A Complete Lesson with Examples and Practice
What Are Linking Verbs? Linking verbs connect the subject of a sentence to additional information about that subject. Instead of showing action, they link the subject to a state of being or description. 🔹 Common Linking Verbs: Forms of to be: am, is, are, was, were, be, being, been Seem, become, appear, feel, look, sound,…
Imperative and Interrogative Verbs Lesson
Imperative and Interrogative Verbs: Lesson Notes Rules Imperative verbs give commands, instructions, or requests. Example: Close the door. The subject (“you”) is usually implied, not stated. Imperative sentences often end with a period (.) or exclamation mark (!). Interrogative verbs appear in questions. Example: Did you close the door? The sentence usually starts with…
Understanding Direct and Indirect Objects
Direct and Indirect Objects What is a Direct Object?A direct object is the noun or pronoun that receives the action of a verb. It answers the question “what?” or “whom?” after the verb. Example: She kicked the ball.→ “The ball” is the direct object (it receives the action “kicked”). What is an Indirect Object?An indirect…
Mastering Predicate Nouns: Definition, Examples, and Practice
Predicate nouns are one of those grammar elements that sound complicated but are actually pretty simple once you see how they work. In this lesson, we’ll explore what predicate nouns are, how to find them in sentences, and how they differ from predicate adjectives. Then, we’ll practice identifying and using them correctly. Grammar Notes:…
Gerunds Lesson Plan and Practice Worksheet
What Is a Gerund? A gerund is a verb form that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence. It might look like a verb, but it behaves like a thing—an activity, idea, or concept. Gerund Rules (Quick Notes) A gerund is made by adding -ing to a verb: run → running,…
